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PVC Ball Valve Sun Exposure

Our in-ground pool was built last winter. I noticed that one of my two PVC ball valves (red handle type), is showing significant fading of the handle after just one summer. Should I be concerned with this? I guess I could rig something to cover the valves so they're not in full sun. I also noticed that the top of the grey electrical piping and junction boxes on the house wall are turning dark brown from the sunlight.

Re: PVC Ball Valve Sun Exposure

This happens in high UV areas like Arizona and Texas. The outside of the valve is less of a concern than the inside. The handle might break as it weakens and the valve gets old, so protecting it would help.

Re: PVC Ball Valve Sun Exposure

Ok, thank you for the responses. I'll see about spray painting the exposed pvc. Will any paint do? Im thinking the Krylon paint for plastics but I'm not sure if I need some specialized paint for UV protection.

Re: PVC Ball Valve Sun Exposure

How are your plastic valves holding out?

I am also in a high uv area, but even after painting my valves, the red handles broke.
If I had no intention to automate my valves, can anyone say whether Pegler valves (which are locally available) are suitable for use with a salt water pool?

Re: PVC Ball Valve Sun Exposure

All my valves are Jandy type valve and they are fine. Well there are two of the ball type with the red handles on the pipes going to and from my solar panels but they have never been turned off since installation. The handles are unpainted so I'm sure they would break if I tried.